Fried Rice

Need a quick meal? How about fried rice? Just as long as you cook the rice in advance! Ingredients: 2-3 cups of rice (I used a combination of Jasmine and Basmati, but use whatever you have on hand to keep it fast and simple) 1 chopped onion 1 bunch chopped asparagus (zucchini is great too) 1 small carton of mushrooms (baby …

Maca Smoothie

Maca is a Peruvian root grown in the Andes mountains, and is rich in Vitamins B, C, E, calcium, iron and amino acids. Need a quick boost? Add a bit of maca powder to your morning smoothie and enjoy the simple pleasures of this superfood. Blend the following ingredients: 1 tsp maca 1 banana 1-1 1/2c frozen mango & pineapple chunks 1 giant …

Oat Groats

Oh how I love oat groats! You get the whole grain nutrients with multiple meal versatility. I like to prepare oat groats (get yours here) at the start of the week (follow package directions) and then they are on hand, stored in the fridge, for a quick breakfast or dinner option all week. For breakfast I portion out a serving …

Beet Chips

I love beets, they top my list of favorite foods. I love the vibrant color, even if it stains a bit. I love that you can lightly saute the tops or toss them raw into a salad or smoothie, using all of the beet parts. I love the health benefits (from detoxing to fertility boosting). And I absolutely love the …

Beautiful Brussels Sprouts

I have not loved, liked, or enjoyed Brussels sprouts for most of my life. I vaguely remember some not so great go round with them as a kid, and then avoiding them ever since. I was perfectly content to never eat these little baby cabbages ever again.  But then a few years ago Mark ordered them at a restaurant, so …

Avocado Oil

I was walking through Costco the other day and came upon a giant bottle of Avocado Oil. Exciting because I am a big fan of the nutrient dense avocado.  To be honest I was not familiar with Avocado Oil but I bought it anyway because it is a high heat cooking oil and I have been looking for a good …